is an evidence based platform for understanding the hidden costs of artificial intelligence on human agency, connection, and democracy — and what we can do about it. We provide insights on artificial intelligence’s impact on human society, we translate complex research into practical knowledge for policymakers, organizations, and individuals.
Dedicated to preserving human agency and democratic values as artificial intelligence reshapes society, through research, advocacy, and practical framework development.
From Digital Transformation to Human Agency Advocacy
Vladimír Šucha brings unique perspective to the intersection of technology and human flourishing, combining academic rigor with practical policy experience.
Academic Foundation: PhD in natural sciences with subsequent focus on science policy, innovation systems, and the societal implications of emerging technologies.
Leading academic figure and university professor
Former Director and Director-General of the European Commission
Led significant EU studies on digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and the future of work
Contributed to foundational research on human and social dimensions of AI, including UNESCO Recommendations of Ethics of AI
Recognized expert on innovation policy, technology governance, and human development
Engaging Presentations on Technology and Human Flourishing
How current AI development trajectories threaten democratic institutions and what policymakers must do now to preserve human agency.
Why psychological preparation for AI integration matters more than technical training, with practical frameworks audiences can immediately apply.
“ How the cumulative impact of “low-risk” AI systems mirrors environmental contamination and requires similar protective frameworks.
Strategies for leaders implementing AI while maintaining employee agency, purpose, and wellbeing.
How educational institutions must evolve to develop both technological fluency and distinctly human capabilities.
AI governance and democratic institutions
Human psychology in technological transitions
Policy frameworks for preserving human agency
Educational and organizational responses to AI integration
International approaches to technology governance
Hoaxy a podvody podcast (February 2025)
“Hybrid Threats from the Perspective of the European Union and NATO” with Pavel Macko
🔗 Podmaz podcast
🔗 SME.sk article
Živé.sk – SHARE Technology Podcast (2025)
“AI is a Breakthrough Change” — conversation with Maroš Žofčín about artificial intelligence, its effects on human psychology, social polarization, and the shift of power toward private corporations
🔗 Apple Podcasts
Nezvykajme si #08 – The Country Reflects the Skynet (2025)
A discussion with Vladimír Šucha about how Slovakia (fails to) keep pace with the world in education, innovation, and artificial intelligence
🔗 iVoox
Denník N – Zvedavosť (July 2025)
A science podcast on artificial intelligence and its impact on society — interview with Zuzana Vitková
🔗 Apple Podcasts
🔗 Article with audio recording
Denník N – Series “Crossroads: AI or Us?” (Summer 2025)
A 9-part weekly series on the impact of artificial intelligence on society, published throughout summer 2025.
“We’re at a Crossroads. Will We Be Partners with AI or Its Slaves?” (July 2, 2025)
Opening article of the series – memories of 2008 and parallels with today’s AI revolution
🔗 Denník N
“How Algorithms Change Us Without Us Realizing It” (July 9, 2025)
On the subtle influence of AI on our decision-making and personality formation
🔗 Denník N
“Anxiety Algorithms: How AI Is Changing the Minds of the Young Generation” (July 16, 2025)
On the impact of AI and social media on youth mental health and the epidemic of loneliness
🔗 Denník N
“They Know the AI Companion Is Artificial, Yet Feel a Strong Bond. The Psychology of Artificial Love” (July 23, 2025)
On human-AI relationships and the psychology of artificial affection
🔗 Denník N
“How to Prepare for the Age of AI? For a Start, Don’t Elect People Who Dream of the 19th Century and Greater Russia.” (July 26, 2025)
Main interview about preparing for the AI era – includes podcast recording from Zvedavosť
🔗 Denník N
“When Technology ‘Brings Back’ the Dead” (July 30, 2025)
On AI simulations of deceased individuals and the ethics of digital immortality
🔗 Denník N
“How to Stay Yourself in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Five Pillars of Mental Resilience” (August 6, 2025)
A framework for preserving one’s identity and mental strength in the AI era
🔗 Denník N
“What We Thought About the Future of Work in 2019 — and What Actually Happened” (August 13, 2025)
Comparing 2019 predictions with the real impact of AI on the labor market
🔗 Denník N
“A New Cold War? How AI Spheres of Influence Are Divided and Where Europe Stands” (August 20, 2025)
On AI geopolitics and Europe’s position between the US and China
🔗 Denník N
“Around 2030, Machines Will Reach Human-Level Intelligence. What Will It Mean for Us?” (August 27, 2025)
On the arrival of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) and its consequences for humanity
🔗 Denník N
Startitup (2021)
“We Are Facing the Fastest Changes in Human History”
🔗 Startitup
AI and Public Policy Governance, Institutions, Human Agency — Malafrasca Talks, Florence
AI and Democracy: High-level Policy Dialogue — European University Institute, Florence
Countering Disinformation in a Time of Geopolitical, Regulatory and Technological Changes — EMIF Annual Conference, Lisbon
Human Agency in the Age of AI: Youth Summit — Valletta, Malta
Skills for Human–AI Interaction — European Commission, Brussels
AI and Public Policy — Bath, United Kingdom
AI, Humans and Society — ITAPA, Bratislava
Working Together to Preserve Human Agency
Collaborating with academic institutions, policy organizations, and research centers on studies examining AI’s impact on human experience and democratic functioning.
Working with government agencies, international organizations, and policy institutes to develop frameworks that preserve human agency alongside technological advancement.
Partnering with schools, universities, and educational organizations to integrate resilience development into curricula and training programs.
Supporting companies, nonprofits, and government agencies in implementing human-centered approaches to AI integration.
Developing and supporting community-based initiatives that build collective resilience and democratic capacity.
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“The technologies that shape our lives should reflect our values, serve our purposes, and enhance our humanity. This is not inevitable—it is a choice. And it is a choice we must make now, together, while we still can.”
